Archives for February 2011

Reno has come a long way since my parents took me to Circus Circus back in the ’80s. Sure there’s still a mix of grit and glitter, but one of the shinning additions since those years is the Atlantis Casino Resort Spa. Taking a cue from the successful, all-inclusive resort hotels and casinos that have read more…

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How could you not instantly fall in love with Nonpareil Magazine? With the dusty rose and grey palette, adorable design and fabulous content, we were INSTANT fans! So what’s the story behind this popular wedding blog? Creators and collaborators Maddy Hague of Inspired Bride and Kristen Magee of Paper Crave wanted an online magazine read more…

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We just got this killer necklace from our girl Katherine at Cotton Candy Sugar Rush. Trivia note: this uber-stylish bride (along with her husband Scott) is actually one of our featured Real Weddings couples in the current issue of Real Weddings Magazine! Want to see her story? Click here. But, let’s get back to this read more…

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Ready for some eye candy? You need only close your eyes and start dreaming. Let us introduce you to one of Barcelona’s finest wedding gown purveyors, Pronovias. For 2011, they invite you to dream big and imagine of the most beautiful, elegant and stylish dress conceivable for your big day. Here are a few of read more…

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The Couple: Maureen and John Ball Wedding Date: August 6, 2010 Photography by Fiorillo Photography Tell us a little about you and your beloved: Hmmmm, where to start……many say our love is meant to be, and we couldn’t agree more! We met about twelve years ago and not too long after we fell in love read more…

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Welcome back to another installment of Real Weddings Magazine’s Partner Profiles! This week we highlight the crazy talented Amy Nicole from The Studio! Amy is such a sweetheart and truly one of the nicest, most thoughtful people we know…and as an added bonus, she’s really funny too! Take it away Amy! The Studio Tell us a little read more…

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In honor of Oscar week, we decided to “go Hollywood” with this edition of Real Weddings Mini-Moon Monday. So, where do the rich and famous camp out when visiting Tinsel Town? Look no further than a celebrity’s favorite place to duck away from flash-happy paparazzi, the Four Seasons Los Angeles. Located just a block from read more…

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Looking for your perfect gown? And, want to save some $$? Have we got a sale for you! We just heard from our friend Bree at Always Elegant Bridal & Tuxedo of her upcoming Sample Sale on March 5! At this extraordinary one-day-only sample sale, gowns will be up to 50% off, and many will read more…

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You know how we love a good sale…and we’ve got another one for you! Announcing the Diamond Bridal Gallery Headpiece and Veil Trunk Show…from February 24 through March 5! Looking for a unique headpiece, fascinator or veil? Well, then head on over to Diamond Bridal Gallery in Granite Bay during their upcoming trunk show — all read more…

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What is it they say…February showers bring March flowers? I know it’s something like that. Let’s transition from a soggy winter into an early, colorful and welcome spring with a bit of pretty from one of my favorite local wedding blogs…Sacramento florist Botanica Floral Designs. Owned and operated by Audrey Chaney, Botanica’s blog regularly features read more…

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Welcome back to our blog series on Lavish & Fabulous! This uber-cool event, presented by Fearon May Events and Arden Hills Resort Club & Spa in association with Real Weddings Magazine, is designed to showcase some of the best wedding professionals in the area through themed vignette rooms with sumptuous table top designs and decor, read more…

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Oh, when will Sacramento be lucky enough to get a Paper Source? The closest one to Sacramento is in Berkeley. I L-O-V-E this store. As a recently engaged, I find I’m often perusing their selection of blank cards, in every color possible, and cute rubber stamps so I can make my own love notes. Paper Source is also read more…